Updated WNBA Playoff Bracket Picture 2026 After Dream Beat Liberty

Teams attempted to move one step closer to the 2026 WNBA Finals as the semifinal round of the playoffs continued on Wednesday night.

The Atlanta Dream secured a 101-98 win over the New York Liberty in the opening contest of the day, as Atlanta took a 2-0 series lead.

The Golden State Valkyries and Las Vegas Aces are also set to face off with Golden State holding a 1-0 series edge.

Four quarters weren't enough to decide the winner of Game 2 between New York and Atlanta, as Liberty rookie Marine Fauthoux connected on a game-tying three to send the contest to overtime.

The Dream were ultimately able to emerge victorious with a balanced offensive approach, as six players finished with double-digit scoring totals.

This included Angel Reese, who scored 23 points and grabbed seven rebounds while shooting 8-of-16 from the field. Reese made her presence felt defensively as well, picking up two blocks and one steal.

Jordin Canada was also a key contributor for Atlanta, finishing with 23 points, eight assists, five rebounds and one steal. Canada shot 9-of-15 on field goals, which included 3-of-6 from behind the arc.

The Liberty couldn't pick up their first win of the series despite an impressive performance from Breanna Stewart, as she scored a game-high 35 points on 11-of-21 shooting.